Do you feel like something is missing in how you celebrate the holidays? It's probably because there is.

I love how this article starts with a simple statement that has such impact: "The purpose of a gift is to send a message." It's more than just the thought that counts.

If you need this article, you probably feel like you don't have time to read an article. We offer it anyway, because the advice might help, and because it might help you regroup with an improved sense of agency.

Evergreen advice for staying healthy in a time of virus-laden airspace.

You don't have to do what everyone else does for the holidays. And what you might need to do is some deep self-care. Here are some ideas for inspiration.

Does the thought of family gatherings make your stomach churn? *raises hand* Here's a reflection about boundaries and traditions. No, kids don't need to kiss their relatives if they don't want to, and what a person chooses to eat is their business alone. Radical!

Here's support if you've spent the year on fitness habits, managing your diet for low-carbs, or building other habits which are commonly derailed during the holidays. No, you don't necessarily need to deprive yourself. And there are some smart ways of mitigating your indulgences without losing what you've achieved.